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Soni, P. Sarita, Ed.; Carmichael, Ann G., Ed. – Research & Creative Activity, 1993
This theme issue features five articles profiling Indiana University faculty whose work on various campuses continues to broaden and advance knowledge about cognitive science. The articles in the journal are: "A Matter of Time" (Karen Grooms) which discusses the work of Robert F. Port; "Perceiving as a Complex System" (Tom…
Descriptors: Cognitive Psychology, Cognitive Structures, Higher Education, Mathematical Models
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Swetz, Frank – Mathematics Teacher, 1991
Following a brief historical review of the mechanism of mathematical modeling, examples are included that associate a mathematical model with given data (changes in sea level) and that model a real-life situation (process of parallel parking). Also provided is the rationale for the curricular implementation of mathematical modeling. (JJK)
Descriptors: Data Analysis, Mathematical Applications, Mathematical Concepts, Mathematical Enrichment
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Pleacher, David – Mathematics Teacher, 1991
Presented are student activities that involve two standard problems from geometry and calculus--the volume of a box and the bank shot on a pool table. Problem solving is emphasized as a method of inquiry and application with descriptions of the results using graphical, numerical, and physical models. (JJK)
Descriptors: Analytic Geometry, Calculus, Computer Assisted Instruction, Geometric Concepts